Coconut Shrimp with Jalapeño Jelly

OtherSeafoodIntermediate30 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 3 cup shredded coconut
  • 12 large shrimp (16-20 count), peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 green jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced
  • 1 small red bell pepper, minced
  • 1 package liquid pectin

Instructions

  1. 1

    Toast the shredded coconut on a cookie sheet in a 350 degrees F oven for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly golden.

  2. 2

    Butterfly each shrimp by splitting lengthwise down the center, cutting three-fourths of the way through.

  3. 3

    Dredge the shrimp in flour, then dip in the beaten egg. Press the toasted coconut firmly into each shrimp.

  4. 4

    Heat vegetable oil to 350 degrees F. Fry the coconut shrimp until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Remove and drain on paper towels.

  6. 6

    For the jalapeño jelly: Place the vinegar, water, sugar, jalapeños, and red bell pepper in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the liquid pectin and bring to a boil again. Remove from heat and cool.

  7. 7

    Serve the coconut shrimp with the jalapeño jelly for dipping.

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